Necessary Gear for Peak Climbing
- Mountaineering boots, gaiters, Fleece trousers
- Additional mitts and gloves suitable for climbing
- Sleeping bags suitable for peak climbing expedition.
- Down suits (dangri), Summit shoe, Crampon
- Summit Glove (Mitten), Summit Snow goggles
- Glacier glasses, Down filled Mattress, Summit socks, Climbing bag
- Down jacke, Down Trouser, Climbing bag,
- hardshell and soft shell jackets
- water bottle, Screw Gate Karabiner
- Harness: A good climbing harness should be light and simple in design, easy to put on and take off with gloves on, with positively foolproof locking features.
- Crampons: Crampons must fit boots perfectly; steel crampons with anti-balling and ability to toe point positively and safely into ice. The lighter the better – extra weight on your feet is much more strenuous than anywhere else on your body.
- Ice axe: Ice axe should be versatile and light. A general purpose technical ice axe (T rated) but not too aggressive.
- Ascender: Ascender or Jamar, a mechanical device used for ascending on a rope; must be suitable to be used with gloves or mittens. Practice using it with thick gloves on again and again.
- Head Lamp: Multi-LED Head Lamp and spare batteries are essential; we do not recommend single bulb lights due to lower reliability.
- Karabiners: Minimum 2 locking carabineers, 1 large and 1 small and 4 regular.
- Rappel device: Figure 8, ACT or similar; be familiar with Munter Hitch as it may save your life if you lose your rappel device (which happens a lot).
- Trekking poles: Very handy for the approach; adjustable types are the best (preferably with a simple outside locking mechanism).
- Slings: One 3m(10ft) and three 2m(6ft).
- Prusik loops: Never hurts to carry a few (e.g. 0.6m and 1.2m), they come in handy in many situations, Masks, hoses, and regulators: Good quality for your safety.
- Altimeter: ABC watches or more advanced GPS watches will do the trick. Watch for battery life.
- Climbing helmet: Climbing helmet is essential safety gear for crossing areas under rocks and ice cliffs; light weight is essential.
Again, this is not an exhaustive list but we hope it provides a loose guideline for your preparations. Do as much background research as possible – it never hurts to come over-prepared. And, of course, we are always happy to help so just give us a shout if you have any questions, comments or concerns. Happy preparations!
